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 Tokyo Mirage Sessions is, by all accounts, a game that probably should not even exist, let alone be as good as it is. It was revealed in January 2013 with a teaser trailer as "SMT x Fire Emblem" and nothing more than a panning shot over the assorted Fire Emblem and SMT protagonists. It fell into radio silence for the better part of two years, including at least one project reboot, changing from a Fire Emblem-esque SRPG to an Atlus-style JRPG. And when TMS as we know it was revealed to the world, it was with this. Suffice to say that this was not what *anyone* had in mind for a crossover between SMT and Fire Emblem. Surprising no one, it bombed on release. The game's marketing was non-existent, it was a Wii U exclusive very late into the system's lifespan, and despite selling "to expectations", that still meant about 50k in the US for a game with a substantial budget for music and animation alone. Cue everyone's surprise when, in late 2019, it was announced to be coming to Switch as Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE: Encore (This is the version we're playing, if that wasn't obvious). I can't tell you why, the game's appeal has hardly increased with time and I thought for sure the musical rights would have tied up any rerelease, but I certainly can't complain about one of my favorite games of 2016 getting a desperately needed new lease on life. The years that have followed since the game's release have done a lot to show TMS's place in the general Atlus canon - at release it was a somewhat strange hybrid of Persona 4's gameplay with vaguely Strange Journey-esque combat and classic SMT dungeons, but these days it's easy to see that TMS was the prototype for Persona 5, particularly the palaces and extreme emphasis on style. As for TMS itself, the game takes place in Tokyo, and revolves around the entertainment industry as our party members attempt to make their way as idols, TV personalities, actors, and everything in between while a J-Pop soundtrack blares in the background (complete with full-on AMVs). In fact, if not for the fact that your characters' The LP This will be a screenshot LP first and foremost, with video links scattered liberally. While you don't have to watch any of the videos, the character models are incredibly expressive and I highly suggest you watch the them if you can, especially for the anime cutscenes and AMVs. Videos will be called out in the post  like this and be placed at the start of their relevant scenes, so they should be very easy to find. Also, if it wasn't obvious, this is a continuation of my previous attempt to LP this game. The first update will go over everything we've missed in the switch ( ) over from Wii U to Switch, and the first proper Encore updates will be picking up in the intermission between Chapter 3 and 4.As a side note, if you're not familiar with the SMT spell vocabulary, I'd suggest you brush up on that before we start. I'm not asking you to know whether Posmudi or Me Patra cures Panic off the top of your head, but you should probably know that Agi is fire and Dia is a cure spell. Spoilers  Let's just not, okay? Even with this (frankly, miraculous) re-release, TMS is game that very few people have played and while nothing about it is gonna blow your mind, try and restrain yourselves from talking about stuff we haven't seen yet. There's a lot of good, heartfelt stuff in there that deserves to be seen on its own terms, and definitely do not post the music or I will personally end you. Also re: the whole "censorship" debate - it's not. In fact, the JP version of the re-release is backporting all the changes from the US version. So do not bring it up, do not argue the point, you are wrong and will be escorted from the theater should you make a scene. never forget vagina bones  Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4 Part 5 Part 6 Part 7  Part 8 Part 9 Part 10 Part 11 Part 12 Part 13 Part 14 Part 15  Part 16 Part 17  Part 18 Part 19 Part 20 Part 21 Part 22 Part 23 Part 24 Part 25 Part 26 Part 27 Part 28 Part 29  Part 30 Part 31 Part 32 Part 33 Part 34 Part 35 Part 36 Part 37 Part 38 Part 39 Part 40 Part 41 Part 42 Part 43 Part 44 Part 45 Part 46  Part 47 Part 48 Part 49 Part 50 Part 51 Part 52 Part 53 Part 54 Part 55 Part 56 Part 57 Part 58 Part 59 Part 60 Artix fucked around with this message at 04:18 on May 12, 2020 |
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So, given that it's been a couple years since TMS first released, it seems fair to ask what exactly merits another $60 for an extremely niche RPG. And, if we're being completely honest, the answer is "Probably not as much as you're hoping for." Aside from the original game itself, the rerelease throws in A) All the DLC from the original, including the costumes and grinding maps and B) A new, game spanning dungeon that has both new and old costumes, a new side plot, and ultimately leads to a new song by Kiria and Tsubasa. If that's enticing to you, all the better, but folks who played the original would probably be justified in giving this one a skip. Also in a neat little bit of cross-marketing, they finally added TMS characters to FE Heroes if that's your jam. Isn't mine by any means, but more power to you if it is. Anyway, I have to imagine that the only bit of this anyone really cares about is the new dungeon and its related plot, so we might as well start this leg of the LP there, eh? If you followed the old LP, we're actually taking a step backwards to the Chapter 2 Intermission, after saving Maiko and defeating Gangrel. Once we get control in Shibuya, Tiki tells us she's "found something" in the Bloom Palace and asks us to come back as soon as we can. Enter Itsuki and friends, stage left. Area of Aspiration   Yeah. Um... Big Brother, what do you dream about? You mean, like, when I'm asleep? Gimme a break, big brother. That's not the kind of dream I meant! Tsubasa, do you have a dream? Everything okay, Tsubasa? Huh? You just sighed. Have you been feeling tired? N-n-no! Nothing like that! I'm feeling great! Never perkier! I guess that's fine then... That's gonna be a big "doubt" from me, Itsuki. I found that there's this mysterious place inside the Idolasphere. You can get there through a certain door... When I tried opening a treasure box in there, I got a music player that even I could use. Thanks to that, I can listen to all the Tiki songs people have made, even when I'm all alone! I see... That's why I think you two should try the treasure boxes in there too. Maybe your dreams will also come true! Maybe... Thanks, Tiki.Not a whole lot to say about this setup. It's understandable that this whole thing has to be kind of forced in, but it really does come out of nowhere. I almost wonder if this was originally planned to be a DLC dungeon because it certainly feels like it.  It's even accessed from the same place as all the other DLC areas. If you're curious, the remaining maps are for grinding experience, weapon rank, and getting stat boosters respectively. Rolling Star, Part 1    The decor is a nice change of pace from the largely modern buildings of the other dungeons. The rose brickwork is a nice touch.   So this is the place you were talking about, Tiki... *sigh* ... It's possible that mirages will be drawn to this power of this place in large numbers. You'll have to be careful. And with that, we're left alone in a new idolasphere. Tiki's such a team player, peacing out the second there might be some actual danger. Okay, let's get going. ... I wanted to talk to Tsubasa. We'll catch up with you in a minute. ...? Ok, sure. I'll just be over here, then. ... Eh? What makes you ask? You've seemed a little strange lately. Kind of...I dunno, spaced out or something? Has something been bothering you? ...Heh, nothing gets past you, Itsuki. The thing is... It's been decided that I'm gonna do a cover version of one of Kiria's songs. I thought you'd be happier about that. No, I'm super happy about getting to sing Kiria's song, obviously. But... It's more complicated than that. She's someone I've looked up to for years, and her songs are everything to me. Will I be able to do them justice? I'm just not sure... That definitely explains why you've been so out of sorts. I'm sorry I worried you. I didn't mean to make it some big secret... It's just a little hard to talk about. The job's a big deal after all, and I do want to sing Kiria's song to the best of my ability... Huh? If there really are wish-granting treasure boxes in this place... We could find something that'll help make your dream come true. So, I think we should press on. Itsuki... Yeah, you're right. It's a possibility. Thank you, you got me feeling so much better. I was so down on myself until just now... Glad I could help. Heheh... You've always got my back, Itsuki. With you by my side, I never seem able to stay down for too long.  Aww, they're so sickeningly sweet together. Anyway, the first EX chapter is extremely short and easy. The area is sprawling, sure, but it's basically just a bunch of dead ends with goodies while you deal with monsters that don't really pose a threat.  Like so.  We're gonna be going left to right on this map, so we'll start by taking a left at the first intersection, and we immediately find a blue treasure box. That's definitely new.  Itsuki obtained the Survivor's Tale costume! Tsubasa obtained the Sweet Labyrinth costume! Touma obtained the Samurai Justice costume! Kiria obtained the Princess Glory costume! This first set of costumes is your standard "Atlus cameo" set.  Itsuki's in particular is fantastic, his Devil Survivor 2 outfit is probably the best costume in the game.    The others are...alright, I guess? Touma's pulling off the Walter look pretty well (Shin Megami Tensei IV), but something about the hair on Tsubasa's Rei (Persona Q) and Kiria's Princess (Etrian Odyssey 3) doesn't sit right with me. Might just be how garish and bright it looks.  A bit further north, and we come across another blue chest, but this one is locked. These chests are tied to specific sidequests, in this case Tiki's first one. Seeing as how we've already completed that...  Tiki can officially join us in battle now.  New to Encore is a set of skills like these, which allow Tiki, Barry, and Maiko to jump into a session given the right circumstances. Like with our bench characters, Tiki will always join a session after the main party has done their attacks, and her skill can trigger off of any magic attack. And in an extremely pleasant surprise, the game is also good about not adding her if the enemy resists fire. She's not very strong, mind you. I don't think there's any way to see her actual stats, but as far as a rough estimate goes, she was doing about half as much damage as Kiria was. That said, she's yet another source of damage and that's what counts.  Most of the goodies we can get here are some flavor of vendor trash that will never be used. Revival Beads, Maragi Stones, 2* Performas, etc, but every so often you find something like this. Skill Books instantly fill your weapon meter for whatever skill you're trying to learn, great for capping off a weapon or getting caught up when you really want that skill now.  And one more before we head for the exit. I'm sure you'll never guess what this one is.  At the end of the area, we have a giant blue box. You'd think there would be a boss or something, but nope, just a short little jaunt to pick up some goodies. Rising Star, Part 2  Hey... Could this be...? Kiria, it's the choker you wore for your debut! Oh, you're right... That takes me back. It was like a warning to myself during that time. A... warning? Yeah. A small, continual reminder to always keep playing the cool Kiria that my fans wanted me to be on stage. I see... Well, maybe a little bit of that could be useful to Tsubasa right about now. How do you mean? It sounds like even someone like Kiria was worried about how to present herself when she was starting out. Just like you are now. Kiria was...just like me? When you put it like that, I guess I feel more confident, somehow. That's not to say I'm not still a little insecure, but... If I try wearing it myself, I feel like I can learn to be more like Kiria. That's the spirit! I believe in you. Thanks! Reincarnation ~ Tsubasa Oribe I'm...just really not feeling this one. Such is the nature of a cover, I suppose, but I don't think Tsubasa's voice really "fits" Kiria's aesthetic. Ah well, maybe next time.   It's incredibly stylish, and makes you feel a surge of courage just from listening. Eheheh, really? You really mean it? Thanks a lot, Itsuki! When I put on that choker, I felt like I'd transformed into Kiria herself, and all my fears disappeared in a second! Just breathe, Tsubasa... Kiria, what do you think about her cover of "Reincarnation"? Heh, well... It's my own song, so it was interesting to hear a different interpretation. I thought it drew out a whole new side of you, Tsubasa. I, ah, mank you so thuch! But none of that could have come true if it wasn't for that magical place! Speaking of that, Kiria, what's your dream? My...dream...? I'm sure Tsubasa would love to hear it too. Oh, yes! I do! I would! I would love nothing more than to hear it! Sorry to disappoint... Nothing springs to mind. Mrgh, that's soooo Kiria. When you get to her level, achieving your dreams must be easy as anything!  Well we'll definitely be following up on that one in due time, but for now we're headed back to the future. Next update we'll be picking up more or less exactly where the old LP left off, back in Intermission 3 with Kiria's second sidequest. See you then!
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Hey nice to see the Reincarnation of such a great thread. This really is a game that should not exist, but I'm still glad it does. I hope that more people give it a chance now that it's on an actual console. The fact that Nintendo actually acknowledges the game's existence and the fact that the characters are in Fire Emblem: Heroes despite being such a bomb shows how good the game actually is. fucking love Fiona Apple fucked around with this message at 02:56 on Jan 23, 2020 |
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I'm glad these kids get a second chance at making it big! The game's reportedly sold out in a lot of places, so despite the sales figures that are lower than the Wii U version's, I think this game'll do much better this time around.
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Hell yeah, I'm glad to see this thread back.
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Oh right, in case anyone was curious, the 5 characters who made it into Heroes, Itsuki, Tsubasa, Mamori, Ellie and Kiria, all have English voices for that game, so if you wanna hear what a potential dub for this one could have had the cast sound like, look no further. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Xl1bzyrsK4
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ChaosArgate posted:The game's reportedly sold out in a lot of places, so despite the sales figures that are lower than the Wii U version's, I think this game'll do much better this time around. I can only speak anecdotally, but earlier this week I tried to pick up a copy of Encore and there was nowhere near me that had any left in stock. Amazon was down to like 3 copies left until next month when I ordered it there, even.
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I had a friend go to her GameStop and it was sold out. It was surprising to me, because there were plenty of copies in my local one when I picked it up on release day. But I’m happy that the game is doing alright now that it’s on a platform people own and Nintendo tried to market it a little bit. It deserves it.
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I bought the Switch version off the eShop the other day, and so far I'm having fun! (I'm still a bit irritated that the combat banter isn't subtitled, but I think I can get the general idea of what Itsuki and Tsubasa are saying.) Is it just me, though, or does the Switch version subtitle the newspaper in the intro differently than the Wii U version?
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Anyway, now that we're back in the saddle, I have a very, very important question to ask the thread. Second only to whether or not you're following this LP, so please treat it as seriously as I am. Do you have a glasses fetish?
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Come on, there's only one right answer to this, and you know it, Artix. (The answer is "Yes.") EDIT: I laughed at the flavor text for "Don't wear glasses" and "Choose for me."
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She’s cute in glasses ok.
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sure why not [Aye]
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clearly it should be Choose for me, to really mix it up and keep us on our toes! i'm glad to see this LP back!  the only thing is that i've completely forgotten what was going on until this point... 
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Jan 24, 2020 00:23
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Yes to glasses.
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Yes, of course
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Let fate decide Also, shame on you for reminding me about FE:H (Fire Emblem: High-quality jpgs).
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Glasses make everything better.
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Yes to glasses
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I wear glasses and I love them! More glasses for all!
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Toi8 didn't spend years getting rejected for this
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Glasses!
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Glasses Please!
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I get happiness from all your music! What should I sing today? Last time, we consumed a donut containing the power of the cosmos for our dear little sister. Itsuki's power level grew to a level never before seen, and he's gonna need it because, well... quote:
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Yeah, that sounds about right. Murdering small, cute ghosts as a proxy for your conflicted feelings about showing affection does sound like a very Kiria thing to do.   Are you serious? Those adorable little- No, the cuteness of those bastards puts my heart in turmoil...! If I can defeat every last one of them, I'm sure I can break away from my past self! You realize that makes no sense, right...? You've really got issues, lady... ...Can it. Let's move.I can't believe we have found ourselves in a situation where Tharja is the voice of reason. Next thing you know, Draug is going to develop a personality.  Anyway, this works the same as when Touma did it. As long as Kiria or a session that Kiria is part of kills a ghost, it counts. 10 kills to finish the quest.  As mentioned at the start of the intermission, Mamori uses Axes and Ice, so while we're actually pretty well set for ice (thanks to Kiria), having someone with the ability to combo off of axes would be a good idea before the next chapter starts.  I also debate picking up Maragi for a bit. I do eventually decide to drop Sukunda for it, but Kiria definitely feels the ability slot crunch harder than anyone else in the party.  Are you all right, Kiria? You look like you're in a lot of pain... I-I'm fine...! I'm sure I'm almost there...!This whole sidequest is just weird. Anyway, nothing else of note happens so let's just skip straight to the end. You don't have to kill it  Probably because it's impossible. There's literally an endless supply of them. That's how this world works, after all. No...! Then how else can I get this feeling out of my heart...!? I don't think you need to kill it. What? ...Itsuki's right. Isn't it obvious? You can't kill your own feelings. If they're easy to kill, then you never really felt them at all. As long as you're alive, you have to come to terms with it... Tharja... What's your call, Kiria? ...All right. I'll do it... I'll accept the job. I won't turn away from the girl who loved cute things! I'll accept who I am...! Kiria Kurono's soul as an entertainer has achieved a new awakening... Kiria's inspiration has taken form as a new Performa: Cuteness Within! Alright, that's enough of that. Let's get out of here and call it a day.  Door of Fluffiness, huh? That's one word for it. You're so Cute  What is it? I'm grateful for the things you said. So... thanks. ...Adorable. What? Heh... Heh heh heh... You're so cute. Oh, and all that stuff I said about not being able to kill your feelings? ...I lied. ...I see. If you use the hex I'm researching, you could bind someone's heart and turn them into a doll that does your bidding. And? The way you are now is so adorable... You make me want to turn you into a doll and keep you by my side, forever... I refuse. That's not a funny joke. True. Just imagining you actually doing my bidding is horrifying. Wow, thanks. Well then... I'm heading off, Tharja. Heh heh... You do that, Kiria.Just when Tharja was looking like the sensible one in this whole little scheme, it turns out they deserve each other. Well done, Kiria and Tharja both.  Probably best to just watch this one for yourself.  Welcome back, Kiria. Huh? Ack... Itsuki... you were here? Ahem... Hey. I think you nailed it. O-Of course I did. I am a professional actor too, after all. You sure are. Hey, Itsuki... You know... I thought I'd reached a point where I'd never change again. This change... is a good one, right? Yes, I think so. I see... ...Glad to hear. For our trouble, Kiria gets the Special Performance Pastel Power, which cures all ailments on the party and inflicts some combination of Confuse, Charm, and Stun on the enemies. I don't think I've ever used it. We've got one more sidequest in the queue before we head back to the Area of Aspiration, so next time we'll be checking in with Tsubasa and her advertising woes. See you then!
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I'm glad this game has kept with Tharja being a complete and utter sociopath only redeemed by being pointed at our enemies instead of against us.
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I have a serious soft spot in my heart for this game, it's just so full of personality and doesn't have a mean bone in its body.
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"...andthenfornoreasonatallI'llkillToumatoo..." is probably one of my favorite lines in this game. Mind you there are some other really good bits from these sidequests and I'm not sure if this is my absolute fave, but it's definitely up there.
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PlasticAutomaton posted:I'm glad this game has kept with Tharja being a complete and utter sociopath only redeemed by being pointed at our enemies instead of against us. Tharja also tries to do right by her daughter. "Tries" being the operative word here because she really has no clue and poor Noire is a traumatized wreck because of mom (far worse a wreck than the other Awakening kids), but there are rare instances of Tharja getting it and being a caring and supportive mother.
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Glad to see this back again; Mamori has been putting in some serious work on my Heroes account recently. Looking forward to seeing more of the madness unfold.
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I never thought to see Fire Emblem PCs as Personas.
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It's so good to see this LP be revived thanks to this rerelease!
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yayyyy Tiki's back oh and the rest of the lp too I guess
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I got this game on my Switch because your old LP died and I thought that I would only get to see the rest of the game if I played it myself. God drat it. Also, it's me, I'm the masochist who plays on Hard.
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MayOrMayNotBeACat posted:Also, it's me, I'm the masochist who plays on Hard. Eh, I'm on Hard as well and it's been pretty fine so far; I just beat Draug myself last night, so I'm almost caught up with Artix. It's not been a complete cakewalk the entire time like I'd expect from the concept and general aesthetic, but comparing my stuff to the LP, Hard doesn't seem that much of a step up from Normal either. Might be more going on under the hood that I'm not entirely aware of yet though.
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thank you. for accepting me. heh... chloe display pic? Anyway, today we're paying a visit to Tsubasa. Let's see what's on her mind. quote:
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 I don't think that's how this works! Of course, I would be remiss if I didn't let this little chain come to a conclusion before I finished this quest, so lay it on us, Tsubasa.quote:
Of course it did. Let's put an end to this nonsense, and head to the alleys behind the Hee Ho Mart.quote:
Opening Your Heart, Part 2 This is one you should probably watch in motion. Tsubasa and the cat are...something.  Tsubasa, you need to be quieter... You got this? Yup! I'll give it a try!   Yeeaaah... That's what I thought... All right, this is gonna be a waiting game.10/10 recreation of cat behavior, would pet again  Anyway, suffice to say that this becomes uh... a scene. Mrrrooooow! Mrrrooooow! Mreow? Mrow! Meow! Tsubasa's communicating with a cat... Hey, what's with that? Talk about hilarious. What a weirdo. Is she trying to be eccentric? Hahaha! Should I snap a pic and post it online? Who goes that far just because of a simple comment made by a director? Absurd. You don't have to say it like that... Tsubasa's serious about this. I know. As reckless as she is, Tsubasa is diligent in everything because she strives to become something greater... That's why she's strong. ...I believe Tsubasa's going to transform in a way no one expects. I should step up my game too...On that thought-provoking note, Kiria walks off as quickly as she appeared. I'm glad someone is getting something out of this whole charade. Purrr... Mreow... Meow? Purrr... Uh-huh... Understanding what the other wants, yet not giving it completely... all while not leaving them in the dark... That is what devilish charm means, right!? Tsubasa Oribe's soul as an entertainer has achieved a new awakening... Her inspiration has taken form as a new Performa: Tantalizing Charm!  Door of Allure gives us another Ad Lib attack, so not the most exciting skill in the world, but we never want to turn those down. Opening Your Heart, Part 3  I don't know if it's the right answer, but I'll tackle my next gig with what I learned! That's the spirit, Tsubasa. Still, the means of swaying someone's heart... I had absolutely no idea how to accomplish such a task... Truly, it seems quite a difficult feat.That is not true in the slightest, I played Shadow Dragon.  I know, right? Even you didn't know what to do. It's only natural I had trouble with it too. But I am certain you can skillfully do that now, Tsubasa! Thanks, Caeda! Maybe Friends, Maybe Lovers ~ Tsubasa Oribe (Full Song) I like this one a lot! It's got a fun, pop-y beat that fits Tsubasa like a glove. Not my favorite on the soundtrack, but it's up there pretty high.  That's right. And it couldn't have ended any better, am I right? "The Fifteenth Amrita Girl's Eccentricity in Broad Daylight!" Man, now that's our Tsubasa! Aw... Can we not talk about that? Tsubasa started out with a pure and innocent image, but now she's aiming to be a devilish idol who leads guys on. Are you now? N-N-No, not at all! That's not happening! Haha, I'm just messing around. I'll see you two later. Um, Itsuki! I, uh, I swear that I'll never become devilish, okay? Instead of devilish, I'd say you're more... like a puppy that wags its tail. You're quite the opposite... Hrgh...! Y-You think so? I mean, it's true that I may have kinda used to be a teeny bit restless... But now I'm a lively Amrita Girl! I'm on a whole 'nother level from the old me! ...Really though, it's amazing. You're a full-fledged idol now, Tsubasa. Ehehe, it's all thanks to you, Itsuki! I'm gonna keep doing my best, so I hope you keep watching over me! Tsubasa's Kiss is her lance-based ad lib attack, it does a decent chunk of damage and delays the turns of anything it hits. Solid, if unexceptional. Next up, it's back to the Bloom Garden. Chapter EX2 awaits!
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So when do we recruit Little Devil
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I forgot how much fun Tsubasa is to watch. I love that idiot child
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Artix posted:
indeed.
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Itsuki!